USMC Marine Corps M1912 Summer Khaki Uniform NA STANISAUSKIS 1920s USS Henderson. USMC Marine Corps M1912 Summer Khaki Uniform NA STANISAUSKIS 1920s Service in Haiti & aboard USS Henderson. Ned A Stanisauskis b. 26 May 1904 – d. 22 Jun 1997 who served in the United States Marine Corps 1921 – 1925 according to various muster rolls, Signal Battalion, Constabulary Service, serving in Haiti several times Depot Duty, Embassy Duty, and Expeditionary Forces at Sea aboard USS Henderson Good Condition. As Photographed with wear and age as seen (see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce (Photos 15 – 18 Digital Reference Only) Warrants Further Research. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
This is an original 1926 (Taisho 15) Imperial Japanese Army training manual. Published by Seibudo, intended for active-duty soldiers and non-commissioned officers. At the end of the Taisho era, Japan was transforming its army into a fully standardized modern military, shifting away from individual experience toward systematic, reproducible training doctrine. This book was created as a practical field manual, not a theoretical text. This manual was used by. As a daily reference for training, field exercises, and instruction. It covers virtually every aspect of soldier education at the time, including. Command and signaling methods. Flag signaling, distance measurement, and map reading. Hygiene and first aid. (21 sections in total). Small portable format (12.8 × 7.8 cm). Extensive diagrams, charts, and illustrations. Period pencil markings and notes remain. The handwritten notes and underlining indicate actual use by a soldier, adding significant historical authenticity. This is not a reproduction. It is a genuine primary source showing how Imperial Japanese soldiers were trained immediately before the Showa era. A serious reference piece for military historians, collectors, and researchers. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
The product is an original period military order purple heart of the USA gold bullion embroidered patch, from 1782 to 1932. This collectible item holds a theme of militaria and originates from the United States. The patch likely carries historical significance and would be a unique and valuable piece for collectors interested in military artifacts.
This is an original red lacquer ceremonial sake cup created to commemorate the Imperial Enthronement Ceremony (, Gotairai) of Emperor Showa (Hirohito) in 1928 (Showa 3). The inside of the cup features the bold character?? (“Tamawaru” – “Bestowed” or “Imperial Gift”), symbolizing honor and blessing. Around the outer rim, in gold lacquer, it reads. ? (“Commemorating the Imperial Enthronement Ceremony of Showa 3″). The cup is finished with a fine gilt rim. Box inscription (on the lid interior). The original wooden box has an important inscription, which connects this cup to a later historical event. Right column: Showa 4 (1929), April 25 – Yasukuni Shrine, on the occasion of the Temporary Grand Festival. Center column: Dedication of martial arts demonstrations (?) – bayonet drills and kendo matches were performed. Left column: Signed with affiliation/names (partially in cursive script, preserved as-is). The red circular seal is the mark of the original lacquerware shop. This means the cup, originally made for the 1928 Enthronement, was later dedicated or presented in 1929 at Yasukuni Shrine during a major festival, in connection with martial arts dedication ceremonies. This double provenance-Imperial and martial-greatly enhances its historical value. Who: The Japanese people, martial arts groups, and Shinto community honoring the Emperor. What: A commemorative lacquer sake cup celebrating the Showa Emperor’s enthronement and later used in a Yasukuni Shrine martial arts dedication. When: Cup produced in 1928 (Showa 3); box inscription dated 1929 (Showa 4). Where: The enthronement ceremonies were held in Kyoto; the dedication occurred at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo. Why: To celebrate the enthronement as a national event, and to dedicate martial arts performances to the spirits of the fallen. How: Such lacquer cups were used in ceremonial banquets and dedication rituals, then preserved in wooden boxes with inscriptions noting the occasion. Japanese lacquer (urushi) is made from the sap of the lacquer tree. It produces a hard, glossy, and durable coating admired for centuries. This cup uses red lacquer (shu-urushi) with gold-painted inscriptions and a gilt rim, typical of high-quality ceremonial vessels. Care: Avoid direct sunlight and alcohol cleaners. Simply wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Imperial Enthronement + Yasukuni Shrine martial arts dedication – two major historical events connected in one artifact. Large bold character?? inside, symbolizing honor and Imperial blessing. Original inscribed box with provenance, making it valuable as both a ceremonial object and a historical document. Excellent for collectors of Japanese Imperial memorabilia, martial arts history, and Shinto-related artifacts. ? This is not just a sake cup, but a piece of Japanese history with strong connections to the Imperial Enthronement of Emperor Showa and the Yasukuni Shrine martial traditions of the early Showa period. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
It includes the Domain of Neptunus Rex certificate of W. Tetidrick when he crossed the prime Meridian in 1928. And 6 pages of signatures from his crew mates which have funny notes for each. Each photo is original and authentic to this album, providing a unique insight into the history and events of the time. This sailor kept photos of his friends, family, girls and adventures ashore with names and places labeled. Sailors team photos, sailors golfing in uniform. Photos of the mechanics, the crew quarters and artillery. Photos of home and girls and drinking beer in ports around the world. This collectible album is a valuable piece of militaria, offering a glimpse into the naval activities and experiences of the United States Navy during that time. This leather album is full and over flowing with real photos and is a brilliant addition to your collection. It is a prized possession for any enthusiast or collector of military memorabilia. Most of the photos are in great condition. The edges of the book are worn, as pictured. Zoom in on the cover to see all the countries visited written on it. During the attack on Pearl Harbor the USS Oklahoma was sunk, 429 Sailors were lost. The USS Pennsylvania was in dry dock in Pearl Harbor at the time. She suffered 15 crewmen killed, 14 missing in action (presumed dead), and 38 wounded, with casualties resulting from bomb fragments and debris, including a torpedo tube section blown onto her deck from the destroyer Downes. The Pennsylvania was the flagship of the U. Being in drydock spared it from the direct catastrophic hits of other battleships, but it still sustained significant damage and casualties from the attack.
United States Navy Chief Boatswains Mate Benjamin Kominsky-Cummins (service N? 102-99-65) C. N? 20880 was born November 14th 1881, although mistakenly recorded 1887, in New York City, New York to Rabbi Simon Kominsky and his wife Libby. He would complete elementary and secondary schooling through 8th grade. Ben stood at 5 foot 5 inches with grey eyes and brown hair. Benjamin enlisted as a seaman in the U. Navy on March 23rd 1903 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served aboard the armored cruiser U. Tennessee as she sailed for ports around the world to France, Spain, Brazil, Honduras, Chili, Panama, Costa Rica, China, Philippines, Japan & Uruguay. The Tennessee also patrolled off the California coast and later sailed for Samoa, to resume service with the Pacific Fleet. Seaman Kominsky was promoted to an elections mate, and honorably discharged from the Navy, earning his good conduct medal on March 24th 1910. Electricians Mate Kominsky reenlisted and served through 1915 when he was discharged. He reenlisted March 25th 1915. The United States declared war on Germany on April 6th 1917, electricians mate Kominsky was promoted to boatswains mate 1st class on the same day he was transferred to the Battleship U. North Dakota which was conducting gunnery training in Chesapeake Bay. Kominsky was then promoted to Chief boatswains mate on November 1st 1917. The North Dakota remained in American waters for the duration of the war, and did not see enemy action. She was based out of York River, Virginia and New York City, and was tasked with training gunners and engine room personnel for the rapidly expanding wartime fleet. The chief remained aboard her until April 17th 1919. Chief Kominsky was discharged from the Navy on June 14th 1919, and transferred to the Fleet Naval Reserve, where he served until July 26th 1933 when retired from the Reserves, after a 30 year career. During the 1930’s Ben worked as a credit manager for a furniture sales company. He worked for the Pennsylvania Furniture Company when he signed the World War II draft on April 27th 1942. United States Navy Chief Boatswains Mate Benjamin Kominsky passed away at Mercy Hospital, Johnstown on January 29th 1948 at age 60. He is buried at the Rodef Sholom Cemetery. Geistown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. I will include 20 full size color printed copies of the research presented. UNITED STATES NAVY GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL W/ REPLACED OPEN “C” CATCH FULL WRAP BROOCH. N? 20880 BENJAMIN KOMINSKY U. RE-RIBBONED DRAPE TESTED U. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!
This is for filling the magazines for the Bulgarian ZB/39 in 8 x 56mmR. I originally bought this as I thought it was a BREN magazine filler, but later found out it was for a very similar but different magazine. It will work for. 303 rounds, but it is a bit clunky. Upon receipt of the item I disassembled and cleaned the item and re-oiled and reassembled. I have included some of the information which I have found about this magazine in one of the photos as well. No reasonable offer will be turned down. The dummy rounds in the photo are NOT for sale and will NOT be included.
This is an original Japanese historical photo book published in 1936 (Showa 11), revised second edition, titled. And the Sacred Battleship. The book was issued by the Mikasa Preservation Society, an organization established to preserve and commemorate Battleship Mikasa as a national historical symbol following the Russo-Japanese War. Battleship Mikasa was the flagship of Admiral Togo during the Battle of Tsushima (1905), one of the most decisive naval victories of the modern era. After the war, Mikasa became a symbolic relic of Japan’s emergence as a naval power, and preservation efforts were supported by naval officers, historians, and the public. This publication reflects how pre-war Japan officially remembered, documented, and revered naval history, particularly the figure of Admiral Togo and the legacy of Mikasa. Official portrait photographs of Admiral Togo Heihachiro. Photographic records of Battleship Mikasa (exterior and interior views). Images of naval officers and related historical figures. Textual accounts and interpretations of the Russo-Japanese War. Documentary-style photo layout typical of early Showa-era historical publications. This is not a modern reprint, but an original pre-war publication intended as a commemorative and educational historical record. About the Mikasa Preservation Society. The Mikasa Preservation Society was founded to protect Battleship Mikasa as a historic warship and national monument. Books published by the society are considered semi-official historical materials, rather than private commercial publications. Overall aging consistent with an item published in the 1930s. Foxing, toning, minor stains, and edge wear present. A red ownership stamp is visible (see photos). Note: copies were originally issued without stamps; please judge condition based on images. Despite age-related wear, the book remains complete and suitable for research or collection. A valuable primary-source style photo book documenting how Imperial Japan commemorated naval history and wartime leadership in the pre-World War II era. Collectors of Imperial Japanese Navy materials. Researchers of the Russo-Japanese War. Naval history and early 20th-century military photography collectors. Approximate 7-21days(To USA).
Rare banner from the republic. Honestly this is probably much older than the 1940s but I can’t remember exact date I was told it came from! Some small marks near harp where something was attached and signs of overall fading but still in fantastic shape!
